Question

Select all that apply. Factors that can increase mutation rates are _____. high temperatureslow temperaturesfood additivesUV rays

Answer 1

The answer actually is

-High temperatures

-Food additives

-UV Rays

I just had this assignment and I got it right! Low temperatures do NOT increase mutation rates!!!

Answer 2

Factors that can increase mutation rates are high and low temperatures, food additives, and UV rays. All of these answers are correct. Mutation rates in genes vary depending on many environmental effects. UV rays, along with varying temperatures, can cause mutations during cell division due to the damage they impart on the cells that are dividing. Dangerous food additives are believed to cause mutations, as seen in animal studies (ie. aspartame causing cancer in rats).